San Mateo County jails are currently understaffed, with only 264 deputy sheriffs available instead of the required 296. Six inmate deaths have been reported this year, triggering concerns about jail safety. The undersheriff highlighted efforts to manage overtime and ensure adequate staff is available to oversee inmate welfare. There are over 250 applicants undergoing background checks, which reflects the agency's popularity. A new system is being developed to ensure staff breaks and the provision of necessary services are maintained, signaling an ongoing struggle to maintain staffing levels.
The office is currently creating a system to ensure officers take their breaks, manage their overtime, and that necessary services are adequately provided.
Six inmates have died in the jail since Sheriff Christina Corpus took office in January 2023, raising concerns about jail staffing and safety.
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